Corporate Manufacturing Engineer - LEER Group

Overall Responsibilities:

Define, set, and lead Manufacturing Process Planning (MPP), Engineering Change Management (ECM tools), and implement Bill of Equipment (BOE), Bill of Process (BOP) and Bill of Operation (BOO) requirements, including lean, agile, and flexible (LAF) guidelines, for current and future LEER Group assembly and manufacturing processes including aluminum and fiberglass manufacturing, surface prep & paint, assembly and test processes, as well as tonneau cover, bed slide, windows, and glass. This includes assembly fastening, functional test, lift assists for heavy parts, and all processes required to manufacture Leer Group products. Prepare Requests for Quotation (RFQs) on equipment as required. Support design engineering with design for six sigma (DFSS), design for manufacturing (DFM), and design for assembly (DFA), and on-site equipment build and run-off. Execute the Statement of Requirements (SORs) and project management for procurement of manufacturing equipment, assembly, test, and other technologies including gel coat, lamination, head liner, surface prep, paint, assembly, and test, as well as aluminum metal fabrication, window, glass, and tonneau as required. Design and define manufacturing processes and sequence of operations, with Human Machine Interface (HMI) considerations. This includes classical tools such as but not limited to; Process Flow Diagrams, PFMEAs, Process Control Plans, Process Element Tables, Process Sheets, Product Family Matrix, Value Stream Maps, Spaghetti Diagrams, Process Capability Review, Gage R&R, Measurement Systems Analysis, Standardized Work, Line Balancing, Labor Routings, Plant Layouts, Ergonomic Assessments, Machine Run off, PPAP Acceptance, Design Thinking Workshops, Kaizen Event Planning, and other lean, six sigma, flexible and agile manufacturing engineering methods, systems and tools. Assume responsibility for Lean Material Flow, including designing kitting areas, lean containerization, material delivery routes, kanban systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manufacturing Process Leadership:

• Lead the development and implementation of MPP, ECM tools, BOE, BOP, and BOO.
• Incorporate lean, agile, and flexible (LAF) and six sigma guidelines into manufacturing processes.
• Oversee the manufacturing engineering for manufacturing, metal fabrication, surface preparation, painting, assembly, fastening, functional testing & error proofing, and lift assists equipment for all LEER Group Manufacturing Plants. This includes manufacturing processes and material flow.
• Review details with maintenance and production of any issues over previous shifts.
• Create general shopping carts for small focus factory projects, as well as new & major.
• Participate in daily, weekend and shutdown work planning meetings.

Equipment and Process Development:

• Prepare Requests for Quotation (RFQs) for equipment as needed.
• Support design engineering with DFSS, DFM, and DFA principles.
• Manage on-site equipment builds and run-offs.
• Execute Statements of Requirements (SORs) and manage projects for manufacturing equipment procurement.

Process Design and Optimization:

• Design and define manufacturing processes and sequences of operations with Human Machine Interface (HMI) considerations.
• Utilize classical tools such as Process Flow Diagrams, PFMEAs, Process Control Plans, and more to optimize manufacturing processes.

Lean Material Flow:

• Assume responsibility for Lean Material Flow, including the design of kitting areas, lean containerization, material delivery routes, and kanban systems.

Safety and Compliance:

• Develop a proactive safety culture by engaging team members and peers in safety processes.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and conduct regular safety training.
• Review safety significant events, and safety messages.
• Compliance training - Safe Work Practices

Continuous Improvement:

• Understand and effective use of Lean Manufacturing System Principles & Methods
• Respond to production needs and requests for continuous improvement (CI).
• Identify and eliminate waste in areas such as quality, scrap, uptime, productivity, and energy.
• Participate in daily, weekend, and shutdown work planning meetings.
• Review and address safety significant events and safety messages.
• Support Lean Manufacturing System standards including Business Strategy Deployment

Project Management:

• Create general shopping carts for small focus factory projects, as well as new and major projects. Assist JBPCO Advanced Manufacturing Engineering as required.
• Lead and participate in design thinking workshops, Kaizen events, and other lean, six sigma, flexible, and agile manufacturing engineering methods, systems, and tools.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to address issues from previous shifts.
• Engage in Business Strategy Deployment and support Lean Manufacturing System standards.

Characteristics and skills:

• Software Proficiency: Familiarity with MS Office.

• Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional interpersonal skills and a customer-centered approach.

• Organizational Abilities: Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Communication and Problem-Solving: Strong communication, leadership, and analytical skills are essential for success in this role. Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.

Educational and other requirements:

• Bachelor's degree of Science in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
• Proven experience in manufacturing engineering leadership.
• Expertise in lean, agile, six sigma, and flexible manufacturing processes.
• Strong project management skills.
• Excellent understanding of safety protocols and compliance standards.
• Proficiency with classical manufacturing tools and techniques.
• Strong problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.

Required Education: Bachelor's Degree

Travel Percentage: 20.0

Travel Required: Yes

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